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17/10/2018
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Police Investigate Sudden Death In L'Derry
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the sudden death of a man in L'Derry.
It happened in the Balliniskea area, and a post-mortem will be carried to establish the cause of death.
There are no further details at this stage.
New Belfast Restaurant Creates 20 Jobs
A new restaurant at Custom House Square has brought 20 new jobs to Belfast city centre.
Cafe on the Square has opened on the ground floor of the Custom House Square Residence Development, making it the first tenant to occupy the unit since it was completed in 2009.
The new eatery is set in the heart of Belfast's cultural and entertainment sphere, with Custom House Square being the host of many live music events throughout the year.
Claire's Accessories Discussing Closures
The retail chain Claire's, which has 14 outlets across Northern Ireland, is considering closing a percentage of its UK stores.
The company is believed to be talking to a restructuring firm to explore a number of options, one of which is a Company Voluntary Agreement (CVA), a controversial insolvency procedure used to shed under-performing sites.
However, a spokeswoman said they have "no plans for either a CVA or major store closures…in the foreseeable future" and the any store closures would be "our normal course of business".
Hundreds of jobs may be at risk if the company presses ahead with a CVA.
Claire's is the latest of a number of high street firms to show signs of distress.
(JG)
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the sudden death of a man in L'Derry.
It happened in the Balliniskea area, and a post-mortem will be carried to establish the cause of death.
There are no further details at this stage.
New Belfast Restaurant Creates 20 Jobs
A new restaurant at Custom House Square has brought 20 new jobs to Belfast city centre.
Cafe on the Square has opened on the ground floor of the Custom House Square Residence Development, making it the first tenant to occupy the unit since it was completed in 2009.
The new eatery is set in the heart of Belfast's cultural and entertainment sphere, with Custom House Square being the host of many live music events throughout the year.
Claire's Accessories Discussing Closures
The retail chain Claire's, which has 14 outlets across Northern Ireland, is considering closing a percentage of its UK stores.
The company is believed to be talking to a restructuring firm to explore a number of options, one of which is a Company Voluntary Agreement (CVA), a controversial insolvency procedure used to shed under-performing sites.
However, a spokeswoman said they have "no plans for either a CVA or major store closures…in the foreseeable future" and the any store closures would be "our normal course of business".
Hundreds of jobs may be at risk if the company presses ahead with a CVA.
Claire's is the latest of a number of high street firms to show signs of distress.
(JG)
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16 June 2011
ChilliFest In Hot Belfast Return
The popular festival of hot Americana, ChilliFest, has announced it will be back in Custom House Square, Belfast for 2011. Taking place under a (hopefully) blazing June sun from 25 June - 26 June, the festival is part of the annual Open House Festival in the city Belfast.
ChilliFest In Hot Belfast Return
The popular festival of hot Americana, ChilliFest, has announced it will be back in Custom House Square, Belfast for 2011. Taking place under a (hopefully) blazing June sun from 25 June - 26 June, the festival is part of the annual Open House Festival in the city Belfast.
14 April 2011
Laura Marling Headlines Open House Festival
The organisers of the Open House Festival have announced that Laura Marling, Brits and NME award-winning English folk artist, is to headline the Custom House Square gig on Friday 24th June.
Laura Marling Headlines Open House Festival
The organisers of the Open House Festival have announced that Laura Marling, Brits and NME award-winning English folk artist, is to headline the Custom House Square gig on Friday 24th June.
02 May 2003
Marathon organisers warn of traffic disruption
Organisers of this year's 22nd Belfast City Marathon are warning motorists of the expected traffic disruption throughout most of Bank Holiday Monday. Disruption can be expected along the routes of both the main Belfast City Marathon and the associated Fun Run which begins at City Hall.
Marathon organisers warn of traffic disruption
Organisers of this year's 22nd Belfast City Marathon are warning motorists of the expected traffic disruption throughout most of Bank Holiday Monday. Disruption can be expected along the routes of both the main Belfast City Marathon and the associated Fun Run which begins at City Hall.
23 September 2009
Warm Welcome At Open House
Belfast is to come alive tonight and into the weekend as the Coors Light Open House Festival takes place. Running until Sunday, 27th September, it is all happening around the city's arts & cultural flavoured Cathedral Quarter.
Warm Welcome At Open House
Belfast is to come alive tonight and into the weekend as the Coors Light Open House Festival takes place. Running until Sunday, 27th September, it is all happening around the city's arts & cultural flavoured Cathedral Quarter.
28 March 2024
Rates Suspension And Refunds For Victoria Square Apartment Owners
The owners of the disputed Victoria Square Apartments will no longer be charged rates, with refunds to be issued for rates paid since April 2019. The valuation of properties within the Victoria Square apartment block has been subject to review by Land & Property Services (LPS) as part of an ongoing valuation appeals process.
Rates Suspension And Refunds For Victoria Square Apartment Owners
The owners of the disputed Victoria Square Apartments will no longer be charged rates, with refunds to be issued for rates paid since April 2019. The valuation of properties within the Victoria Square apartment block has been subject to review by Land & Property Services (LPS) as part of an ongoing valuation appeals process.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A cloudy day with a little light rain or drizzle at times, but some spells of drier weather too. The north coast may become somewhat brighter later this afternoon. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:Cloudy and patchy light rain will slowly clear away this evening. Then the rest of the night will be dry with broken cloud. Westerly winds freshening in the early hours. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
